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Redknapp Jests About Tuchel’s England Appointment
In a secretly recorded video from a recent event, former Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp jokingly suggested that England’s newly appointed head coach, Thomas Tuchel, is a “German spy” sent to disrupt the national team. The remarks, made prior to England’s latest international matches, have surfaced amid ongoing discussions about the German manager’s suitability for the role.
Redknapp Voices Skepticism over Tuchel’s England Role
Speaking at a London location last week, Redknapp, aged 78, addressed Tuchel’s selection as the successor to Gareth Southgate. He questioned whether Tuchel was the appropriate choice to lead the Three Lions, despite the former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager’s impressive track record.
Mixed Reactions to Tuchel’s Nationality
Tuchel’s appointment as England boss has sparked divided opinions, primarily due to his German nationality, despite his demonstrable success in securing trophies at the highest levels of club football. However, Tuchel has enjoyed a positive start to his England tenure, securing a 2-0 victory over Albania followed by a 3-0 win against Latvia in recent fixtures.
“A German Spy” – Redknapp’s Humorous Accusation
Redknapp, while acknowledging his appreciation for Southgate, expressed his uncertainty about Tuchel. He then lightheartedly suggested Tuchel’s appointment was a covert operation.
“I liked Gareth Southgate, I liked him a lot, but we should have won something,” Redknapp stated, before directing a joke at Tuchel. “I’ll be honest with you, I think he’s a German spy,” he quipped, eliciting laughter from the audience.
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“I’m telling you. Seriously, he’s been sent over to f*** us up. He has. I’m telling ya, he’s like Lord Haw Haw in the war – ‘We have your best soldiers captured’ and all that.'”
He continued, mimicking a German accent, “‘Go over and ruin that team’,” before exclaiming “Ja.”
Redknapp then concluded his appearance by announcing his departure to “see my accountant,” humorously claiming he had not received payment for attending the event.
Remarks Preceded International Fixtures
The footage of Redknapp’s comments is believed to have been recorded before England’s most recent international games. It is worth noting that Redknapp was once strongly considered for the England managerial position himself in 2012, following Fabio Capello’s resignation. However, the Football Association ultimately chose Roy Hodgson.
Redknapp Approached for Clarification
Mail Sport has reached out to Redknapp for comment regarding his remarks.